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Trekking in Turkey

Added 12 Jul 2012

If you are a fan of a exploring on foot, Turkey’s huge and varied landscapes have something for all walkers and trekkers.

In the east, climbing to the summit of Mount Ararat (5160m) offers a great challenge to the serious trekker, while to the centre of the Anatolian plateau, walking along ancient pathways through the ‘fairy chimney’ landscapes of Cappadocia is the best way to experience this unique and magical area. In the south, classic long distance walks such as The Lycian Way (along the beautiful Turquoise Coast) and The St Paul Trail (in the majestic Taurus Mountains) journey through local villages so also offer a cultural experience. The south coast also offers a host of trails through forests and along rocky shores, with amazing views back down to the aqua coloured waters that have given the Turquoise Coast its name.

March to May and September to November are the best times to walk in Turkey as the temperatures are cooler. In spring, the hills and coast blossom into life with colourful flowers lining the trails while in autumn the trees are heavily laden with fruit, and the markets full of fresh vegetables.

Here are the walking tours that we offer in Turkey:

Cappadocia, Taurus & Ararat Trek (BKA)

A great strenuous to tough grade trekking holiday, starting in the Taurus Mountain climbing Mount Embler (3,723m) before travelling further east to climb Mount Ararat (5,165m)